What To Wear To Score A Raise At Work

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And considering that we face this challenge five days a week, we could all use a little help! To this end, we’ve culled a collection of impressive outfit ideas and shopping items that just may help you rise through the ranks.

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Miranda Kerr

If denim is allowed at your office (lucky you!), take note of how Kerr paired her Frame Denim jeans with workwear staples like classic Manolo Blahnik pumps and a Stella McCartney blazer.

Turn up the volume on a black and white outfit by mixing patterns and prints.

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Victoria Sekrier

The stylist has a knack for mixing prints, and her demure silhouettes (crewneck sweater, pencil skirt, and low heel) lend her ensemble here an office appropriate vibe.

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Jaime Chung

A conservative workplace demands covering up, but there are still incredibly chic ways to do it. At the Badgley Mischka store opening in New York, Chung struck a modest-meets-modern balance in her peplum dress by the designer and studded Alice + Olivia pumps.

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Tine

An exaggerated pilgrim loafer in burgundy adds a punch of personality to a turtleneck and polka dot skirt.

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Taylor Tomasi Hill

The reigning street style queen shows us how to temper the seriousness of a sharp suit with a relaxed tee and statement heels.

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Rashida Jones

Office attire doesn’t have to mean trousers and blazers. Take a cue from the Parks And Recreation star’s feminine look at the Proenza Schouler S/S 14 show and opt for a printed cap-sleeve dress and pumps (both by the New York label).